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Trust me — if you’re a musician, your health is just as important as your instrument. Both must be in tune to play well. Common musician injuries include thoracic outlet syndrome, De Quervain’s syndrome, repetitive stress injury, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendonitis. These ailments can

In March, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a statewide Stay at Home order, shuttering all businesses deemed nonessential. People were only allowed to leave their homes to get food, attend to the needs of an elderly or ailed family member, attend medical appointments, or provide

This article was originally published in Townsend Letter (November 2018) – https://www.townsendletter.com/. I played golf with sharp and disabling lower back pain for twenty-five years before I learned how to make it go away. Trigger point injections and myofascial work always helped; but when I

If you suffer from fibromyalgia, being active and socially engaged was tough enough before the COVID-19 crisis. Now it feels all but impossible. In March, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a statewide Stay at Home order, meaning people could only leave their homes for essential

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition affecting over 4 million people in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is associated with abnormal pain processing — sleep problems, fatigue, and often emotional and mental distress. The condition is often

No pain, no gain? This is not true for people with fibromyalgia. And especially not true for those with chronic fatigue. For many, exercise to pain and increased fatigue may actually be damaging to your body. A small degree of increased discomfort can be a

Are stem cell therapies safe? Are they effective? Both are excellent questions we get asked on a regular basis from our Cincinnati patients at our health and wellness clinic. And while stem cells are a fairly recent and developing science, we have found great results

Pancreatic cancer is rare, but deadly. It makes up just 3% of cancer cases, yet as many as 20% of those afflicted with it will survive their first year, and only 8% survive more than 5. In fact, pancreatic cancer is predicted to be the

Our Cincinnati patients have experienced significant results from stem cell treatments for knees, back pain, and joint and muscle pain. But could stem cells help fight the aging process as well? Maybe someday. Research in 2017 found encouraging potential in using stem cells to help

Mammograms – The Gold Standard Breast cancer screening is done to detect breast cancer before a person notices any physical symptoms. Early detection can enable a person to undergo less invasive treatments with better outcomes. Health authorities and doctors recommend regular screenings with mammography for

The human body is an amazing thing. It can mend broken bones, close open wounds, rejuvenate organs, and so much more. In fact, if all the correct nutrients are in place and a person is in optimal health, the body can heal many different conditions.

Preliminary studies have found that marijuana is capable of lowering levels of bodily inflammation in an extremely effective way. Researchers discovered that cannabis has positive effects on the body’s endocannabinoid system. This is in stark contrast to painkiller like aspirin which inhibit certain enzymes within

Steroid injections, also known as cortisone shots, are a type of injection used to help relieve pain in the body. Steroids are commonly injected into joints and are particularly popular for people who suffer from arthritis. While steroids might help provide some relief from pain

While the average life expectancy has increased over the last century, that doesn’t necessarily mean one will be in good health in their later years. In fact, many of our elderly are suffering from degenerative conditions involving joint pain, organ problems, and other health issues.

According to new research, medical marijuana may have the potential to strengthen your bones by boosting density and lowering your risk of osteoporosis. In the study, researchers found that the endocannabinoid system can help “stimulate” bone growth. This is fascinating news for anyone suffering from

Topical medical marijuana patches are growing in popularity for people who suffer from nerve pain and Fibromyalgia. Learn how these unique patches work here. Topical Medical Cannabis for Pain With the Ohio medical marijuana program inching closer to completion, countless patients eagerly await the day

Patient Testimonials

I really hope this helps change and save someones life. I was extremely MISERABLE for over 5 years before finding and being treated by Dr. Blatman. I tried 3-Chiropractors, 3- Physical Therapists, and 4- Neurosurgeons. Eventually I was physically unable to do anything and spent numerous hours laying down. FYI, I’m in my 40’s so I refused a handicap parking pass and heavy addictive pain pills. Those were the options consistently pushed upon me by the above experts. A customer saw my struggles and referred me to Dr. Blatman. It sounded too simple to be true. However, he SAVED my life with minimum visits and costs. I now vacation, play tennis, racquetball, and ride ATVs. Truly AMAZING!!

George Triantafilou

I visited Dr. Blatman to receive relief from a strained groin, and recurrent calf pain due to an injury a year ago. After two visits where Dr. Blatman performed the trigger point injection technique, both problems have been resolved and I have been able to resume all activities including playing tennis 3 times a week. I would highly recommend Dr. Blatman and his associates.

Chris Uhlhorn

As an author of one of the early texts on Evidence-Based Medicine I know the power and peril of anecdote. That said I arrived to present at a conference with a painfully familiar recurrence lower back pain, bracing myself for days if not weeks of symptoms to come. Hal kindly offered to diagnose and provide some hands on treatment. Within 10 minutes I felt 50% better and by morning I was 80% better and could put my socks on again. Within a week I was completely pain free. While this is by no means scientific evidence I could not help but feel awe inspired by Hal and his care.

Daniel Friedman, MD

Chronic Fatigue was my diagnosis in 2005. How do you treat Chronic Fatigue? Well, there is no magic pill or cure. So I suffered for almost 2 years. I did not find a magic pill but I did find Blatman Pain Clinic. I was cautious about many of his recommendations but I have found out the hard way to follow his advise. My energy level is back to normal. I can keep up with my hectic job and 2 teenage children. I am a single parent and they count on me! Thank You Dr. Blatman!

KG

The key to relieving chronic pain, especially fibromyalgia and myofascial pain, requires identification and treatment of perpetuating factors. This must be done on a patient-by-patient basis, due to the variables these conditions present. Dr. Blatman provides this total patient care.

Devin Starlanyl

When I first went to Dr. Blatman two years ago, I was spending 1-3 days a week in bed with severe neck pain, headaches and nausea. I had had migraines for 40 years and been to countless doctors, but did not receive any help. I had also developed chronic myofascial pain in my neck. Now, two years later, I have not been bed ridden with a sick pain event in my neck or head once, and I have a life again, thanks to Dr. Blatman's expert knowledge, thoughtful help and perseverance.

Wendy Andrews

After suffering with widespread pain for two years, I was told it was all in my head and that nothing could be done for my condition as nothing appeared on an x-ray or MRI. After joining a fibromyalgia support group, I was referred to Dr. Blatman. I found [it] to be very calm[ing] and reassuring that my pain was real. We discussed medication, therapies exercise and diet changes and Dr. Blatman literally walked with me in reclaiming my life.

Sylvia Link

I was in pain daily and forced to limit my exercise. This was a real blow to me because exercise had always been a part of my life. I tried anti-inflammatory medications and physical therapy, but nothing worked. I was afraid I was going to have to live the rest of my life like this. That’s when I was introduced to Dr. Blatman’s philosophies. By implementing his ideas of wellness into my life and selective trigger point injections, I’m happy to say that I am now happy, healthy and pain free.

Teri Boynton

Like so many people who suffer with chronic headaches, I had gotten only partial relief from traditional medicine. Dr. Blatman understands the impact of headache pain. His emphasis on multiple techniques made a big difference for me.

Chris Modrall

Within ten days, my groin muscle pain was gone and the elbow tendonitis pain resolved in a slightly longer time. Both problems have gone away with no recurrence.

Alan Rosenberg

I don’t have a lot of time to get better when my back hurts. Bad backs are an occupational hazard in dentistry. Treatment with Dr. Blatman gets me out of pain, back to work and back on the golf course with a minimal amount of down time. Having this treatment available has been an indispensable part of my life in terms of doing the things I need and love to do.

Dr. Richard Wolterman

Since beginning treatment with Dr. Blatman, I have lost lost 30 pounds and gone from being unable to walk without help, to a career singing and dancing at retirement communities, sometimes up to four hours a day.

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Stem Cell Treatment for Shoulders Helps Improve Mobility

Shoulder related problems are common amongst adults. They are also common with athletes and anyone else who use their shoulders and arms such as what you would do in physical activity. A torn ligament or tendon is often what occur when someone injuries their shoulder. And while these injuries are not inherently serious, they can lead to a limited range of motion if the patient does not allow ample time for recovery. Because recovery can take more than a year, this is often the case. Stem cells for shoulder injuries are now being used due to the potential of a quicker recovery time and restoration of flexibility.